Richard Scorer has been announced as Haringtons Hairdressing's new Creative Director.
With a career spanning over 38 years, Richard has worked with some of the top names in the world of fashion, music and film, including Kate Moss, Claudia Schiffer, Coldplay and Clemance Posy. He has also led shoots for British Vogue and styling for Fashion Weeks in London, Milan and Paris.
Initially, Richard began his career in 1985 at Philip Sharon Hairdressing, Beaconsfield which later became Haringtons. He has worked with the brand in some capacity for almost four decades and is returning for his final career chapter right where it started.
As Creative Director, Richard is bringing all his experience back to Haringtons to lead its Art Team, support education and provide mentoring. Alongside driving a creative vision, he will also be working with clients to deliver a first class salon experience.
Richard comments: “After many incredible years travelling the globe and working with lots of exciting people and brands, I am thrilled to be returning to Haringtons to support the salon group and influence the next generation of hairstylists. I am looking forward to having some creative freedom and promoting a new aesthetic for the brand, as well as working with the team on exciting projects and getting back behind the chair.”
After leaving school at 15 years old and struggling with dyslexia, Richard found that the salon environment was the right fit for him. He progressed quickly and was even part of the team that was awarded Art Team of the Year at the British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, in 2003. From there, he began working as a session stylist and his career went from strength to strength.
Due to his experience at school and the positive impact that hairdressing has had on his life, Richard is passionate about supporting and developing young talent within the industry, particularly those who struggle within mainstream education. He plans to work closely with schools and community groups to offer young people alternative education and career paths.
Richard adds: “Not only does the industry pay well, but young people learn much more than just cutting and colouring hair. Hairdressing is about communication, organisation, resilience and creativity. We must do everything we can to encourage young people to consider hairdressing as a legitimate career path. I am looking forward to being inspired by the young talent coming through the ranks; it is a young creative industry and I want to do everything I can to empower them.”
